Stereotyping Allows Us to Gain Potentially Useful Information for Relatively

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Essay

Stereotyping allows us to gain potentially useful information for relatively little cognitive effort.What personal and situational factors can make people more likely to use their stereotypes in order to conserve mental effort?

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Definitions:

Co-occurring SUD

The simultaneous presence of Substance Use Disorder and another mental health disorder in an individual, requiring integrated treatment approaches.

Psychiatric Disorder(s)

Mental health conditions characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior, which result in distress and impaired functioning.

Reciprocal Causation Model

A theory that emphasizes the interactive influences between individuals and their environment, often used in psychology and education.

Impaired Control

A condition where an individual finds it difficult to regulate their behavior or consumption, often seen in the context of substance abuse and addictive behaviors.